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The aim is to explore the transformative impact of gene editing technologies like CRISPR-Cas9 on medicine and society.

April 26, 2026Open Access

THE GENETIC REVOLUTION: How CRISPR and Gene Editing Are Reshaping Medicine, Ethics, and Our Future

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The aim is to explore the transformative impact of gene editing technologies like CRISPR-Cas9 on medicine and society.
Narrative review of CRISPR-Cas9 technology and its applications.
Analysis of the FDA approval of Casgevy for sickle cell disease.
Discussion of ethical frameworks and regulatory challenges in gene editing.
CRISPR-Cas9 offers precise modifications to DNA with applications in treating genetic diseases.
The FDA's approval of Casgevy marks a significant milestone for gene editing in clinical practice.
Projected gene editing market growth highlights the increasing importance of understanding its societal implications.

Abstract

Gene editing represents one of the most transformative biotechnologies of the 21st century, offering unprecedented precision in modifying DNA to treat genetic diseases, enhance agricultural productivity, and potentially alter the trajectory of human evolution. This narrative article explores the revolutionary CRISPR-Cas9 technology, its clinical applications including the landmark FDA approval of Casgevy for sickle cell disease, emerging ethical frameworks, and the regulatory landscape shaping this rapidly evolving field. With the global gene editing market projected to reach 45 billion by 2035, understanding this technology's capabilities, limitations, and societal implications has never been more critical.

THE GENETIC REVOLUTION: How CRISPR and Gene Editing Are Reshaping Medicine, Ethics, and Our Future

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